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1 University of Memphis Division of Social Work School of Urban Affairs and Public Policy Guide to Assist in Development of Learning Plan for Foundation Year of MSW Field Placement The schema offered below lists the 10 core competencies of the MSW program at the University of Memphis (with the tenth section being divided into 4 sub-sections). Each section begins with a statement of the competency itself, followed by 1-2 bulleted points that provide a framework for better understanding our conceptualization of the concept at hand, followed by a list of 1-6 practice behaviors intended to manifest that specific competency. In developing the student’s learning plan, please address each pra ctice behavior by listing at least 2-3 activities in which the student will engage in order to develop and/or demonstrate proficiency with respect to this area of competence. In supporting your efforts in meeting this request, we list below examples and suggestions of some possible activities / objectives you might consider in completing the learning plan for your student. Because no two agencies are exactly alike, we invite you to adapt this information as necessary to fit the specific field program at your agency. Please note that one activity may be used to demonstrate multiple practice behaviors. In the schema below, the far right column is used to suggest some of these possibilities. Please use these as appropriate to your agency. SAMPLE List Activities / Objectives of the student List the competency being addressed Other competencies that may be met by the same activity Student will review agency’s Policies and Procedures Manual and, in supervisory sessions, articulate important aspects of the agency’s Policies and Procedures as applied to interactions with clients In supervisory sessions, student will support clinical choices by referencing evidence-based practices in professional literature CT-F1 CT-F1 Ctxt-F1 Rsch-F2

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    University of Memphis

    Division of Social Work

    School of Urban Affairs and Public Policy

    Guide to Assist in Development of Learning Plan for Foundation Year of MSW Field Placement

    The schema offered below lists the 10 core competencies of the MSW program at the University of Memphis (with the tenth section

    being divided into 4 sub-sections). Each section begins with a statement of the competency itself, followed by 1-2 bulleted points that

    provide a framework for better understanding our conceptualization of the concept at hand, followed by a list of 1-6 practice behaviors

    intended to manifest that specific competency. In developing the student’s learning plan, please address each practice behavior by

    listing at least 2-3 activities in which the student will engage in order to develop and/or demonstrate proficiency with respect to this

    area of competence.

    In supporting your efforts in meeting this request, we list below examples and suggestions of some possible activities / objectives you

    might consider in completing the learning plan for your student. Because no two agencies are exactly alike, we invite you to adapt this

    information as necessary to fit the specific field program at your agency. Please note that one activity may be used to demonstrate

    multiple practice behaviors. In the schema below, the far right column is used to suggest some of these possibilities. Please use these

    as appropriate to your agency.

    SAMPLE

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will review agency’s Policies and Procedures Manual and, in supervisory sessions, articulate important aspects of the agency’s Policies and Procedures as

    applied to interactions with clients

    In supervisory sessions, student will support clinical choices by referencing evidence-based practices in professional literature

    CT-F1

    CT-F1

    Ctxt-F1

    Rsch-F2

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    1) Professional Conduct: To identify as a professional social worker and conduct oneself accordingly.

    Social workers serve as representatives of the profession, its mission and core values.

    Identifying as a professional social worker involves knowing the history of social work, ways of enhancing the profession, and the importance of professional conduct and growth.

    PC-F1 Demonstrate an ability to attend to professional roles and boundaries

    PC-F2 Exhibit professional demeanor in behavior, appearance, and communication

    PC-F3 Articulate and behave in a manner congruent with the mission, values and practice principles articulated by professional social

    work organizations such as the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the International Federation of Social Workers

    (IFSW)

    PC-F4 Advocate for client access to social work services

    PC-F5 Practice personal reflection, self-correction and self-monitoring in the development of social work practice behaviors

    PC-F6 Commit to continuously refine professional knowledge and skills by utilizing supervision and consultation, habitually

    reviewing the professional literature and increasing one’s professional knowledge base

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will discuss with supervisor the values that contribute to her desire to work with at-risk adolescents

    By end of the first semester, student will provide supervisor with a list of personal biases that potentially impact her work with clients with HIV/AIDS

    PC-F1

    PC-F1

    PC-F5, Div-F1

    PC-F5, Eth-F3, Div-F1

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    Student will discuss with supervisor the ways in which her cultural background may impact her work with racial minority teens

    Student will discuss with supervisor concerns relative to her personal history that may affect her ability to work with perpetrators of domestic violence

    Student will review and abide by agency dress code

    Student will provide instructor with examples of effective written communication in regard to each of the following: individual clients, families, groups,

    organizations, communities, and colleagues

    In supervisory session, student will articulate sections of the Code of Ethics that apply most directly to work with this agency’s client base

    Student consistently will apply Code of Ethics in interactions with clients, colleagues, and community contacts

    Student will be assigned to work with at least three homeless clients and will assist them in their pursuit of health services and shelter

    Student will review departmental policies regarding services for children aging out of state custody and discuss ways these services could be improved

    Student will craft an informed letter to the local newspaper advocating for increased attention to the needs of homeless women and children

    Student will attend interdisciplinary staff meetings and advocate for clients’ needs

    Student will discuss with supervisor the values that contribute to her desire to work with at-risk adolescents

    By end of the first semester, student will provide supervisor with a list of

    PC-F1

    PC-F1

    PC-F2

    PC-F2

    PC-F3

    PC-F3

    PC-F4

    PC-F4

    PC-F4

    PC-F4

    PC-F5

    PC-F5

    PC-F5, Div-F5

    PC-F5, Eth-F3, Div-F5

    CT-F5

    Eth-F2

    Eth-F1, Eth-F2

    SEJ-F2

    Plcy-F1, Itvn-F6

    Plcy-F1, SEJ-F2, Itvn-F6

    Itvn-F6

    PC-F1, Div-F1

    PC-F1, Div-F1

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    personal biases that potentially impact her work with clients with HIV/AIDS

    Student will discuss with supervisor the ways in which her cultural background may impact her work with racial minority teens

    Student will discuss with supervisor concerns relative to her personal history that may affect her ability to work with perpetrators of domestic violence

    Student will meet with field supervisor once-a-week for supervision

    Client will shadow case managers to observe protocol and procedure for conducting intake interviews of clients.

    PC-F5

    PC-F5

    PC-F6

    PC-F6

    PC-F1, Div-F5

    PC-F1, Eth-F3, Div-F5

    Ctxt-F1

    Ctxt-F1

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    2) Ethics: Apply social work ethical principles to guide professional practice.

    Social workers are knowledgeable about the value base of the profession, its ethical standards, and its relevant laws.

    Social workers conduct themselves ethically and engage in ethical decision-making.

    Ethical practice involves distinguishing between personal and professional values and understanding the values of clients across age, class, color, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, immigration status, political

    ideology, race, religion, sex, and sexual orientation.

    Practice involves an awareness of ethical dilemmas and conflicts that occur in practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.

    Eth-F1 Articulate ethical principles and standards consistent with the social work profession (e.g. NASW Code of Ethics, IFSW

    National Codes of Ethics) and consistent with current state and federal laws

    Eth-F2 Articulate and demonstrate a process of ethical decision-making

    Eth-F3 Demonstrate an understanding of the difference between personal and professional values

    Eth-F4 Demonstrate the ability to engage in ethical professional practice with a diverse range of clients (e.g. different cultures,

    ethnicities, races, classes, religions, ages, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, and lifestyles)

    Eth-F5 Explain the role of ethical values and principles in practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communit ies

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will read and familiarize herself with NASW Code of Ethics

    Student consistently will apply Code of Ethics in interactions with clients, colleagues, and community contacts

    Eth-F1

    Eth-F1

    PC-F3, Ctxt-F1

    PC-F3, Eth-F2

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    In supervisory session, student will articulate sections of the Code of Ethics that apply most directly to work with Agency’s client base

    Student consistently will apply Code of Ethics in interactions with clients, colleagues, and community contacts

    By end of the first semester, student will provide supervisor with a list of personal biases that potentially impact her work with clients with HIV/AIDS

    Student will discuss with supervisor concerns relative to her personal history that may affect her ability to work with perpetrators of domestic violence

    Student will attend on site agency staff training on cultural diversity

    In supervision, student will discuss application of cultural sensitivity as applied to three client populations that comprise the Agency’s client base (e.g. women,

    Latinos, elderly)

    Student will complete agency webinar training on confidentiality and ethics competency

    In supervision, student will discuss HIPAA considerations as applied to possible child abuse cases seen in emergency room setting

    Eth-F2

    Eth-F2

    Eth-F3

    Eth-F3

    Eth-F4

    Eth-F4

    Eth-F5

    Eth-F5

    PC-F3

    PC-F3, Eth-F1

    PC-F1, PC-F5, Div-F5

    PC-F1, PC-F5, Div-F5

    Div-F1

    Div-F4

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    3) Critical Thinking: Apply critical thinking to inform and communicate professional judgments.

    Critical thinking is informed by principles of logic, scientific inquiry, and reasoned discernment. It is also augmented by creativity and curiosity.

    Critical thinking requires the examination, analysis, synthesis, and communication of relevant information.

    CT-F1 Demonstrate the ability to distinguish, appraise and integrate multiple sources of knowledge, including research-based

    knowledge and practice wisdom

    CT-F4 Use creativity to analyze, synthesize, and communicate information

    CT-F5 Demonstrate effective oral and written communication in work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities,

    and colleagues

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being

    addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will review agency’s Policies and Procedures Manual and, in supervisory sessions, articulate important aspects of the agency’s Policies and Procedures as

    applied to interactions with clients

    In supervisory sessions, student will support clinical choices by referencing evidence-based practices in professional literature

    Student will articulate examples of when s/he has demonstrated ability to gather and analyze complex facts/interactions in client sessions

    Student will demonstrate creativity in regard to communication of complex facts/interactions in supervisory sessions and in seminar journal

    As part of agency’s lunchtime learning symposia, student will provide training for agency staff concerning a topic of her/his choice

    CT-F1

    CT-F1

    CT-F4

    CT-F4

    CT-F5

    Ctxt-F1

    Rsch-F2, Asss-F4, Evlt-F1

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    Student will provide instructor with examples of effective written communication in regard to each of the following: individual clients, families, groups,

    organizations, communities, and colleagues

    CT-F5

    PC-F2

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    4) Diversity: Engage diversity and difference in practice

    Engaging diversity and difference in practice involves understanding how the intersectionality of age, class, color, culture, disability ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, immigration status, political ideology, race, religion, sex, and

    sexual orientation shape human experience and are critical to identity formation.

    Social workers appreciate that, as a consequence of difference, a person’s life experiences may include oppression, poverty, marginalization, and alienation as well as privilege, power, and acclaim.

    Div-F1 Gain sufficient self-awareness to minimize the influence of personal biases and values when working with diverse groups

    Div-F4 Understand and utilize models of intervention that include viewing oneself as a learner and the client as informant

    Div-F5 Recognize and articulate one’s own experience with oppression, marginalization, alienation, power, and privilege to minimize

    the influence of personal bias on one’s practice

    Div-F6 Understand how oppression, poverty, marginalization, alienation, privilege, power, and acclaim operate at individual, family,

    organizational, communal, cultural, and policy levels

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will attend on site agency staff training on cultural diversity

    Student will discuss with supervisor the values that contribute to her desire to work with at-risk adolescents

    By end of the first semester, student will provide supervisor with a list of personal biases that potentially impact her work with clients with HIV/AIDS

    Student will provide evidence of her ability to develop a treatment plan consistent with client’s objectives for treatment

    Div-F1

    Div-F1

    Div-F1

    Div-F4

    Eth-F4

    PC-F1, PC-F5

    PC-F1. PC-F5

    Engg-F3, Asss-F3

  • 10

    Student will apply motivational interviewing techniques in work with clients

    In supervision, student will discuss application of cultural sensitivity as applied to three client populations she has served (e.g. women, Latinos, elderly)

    Student will discuss with supervisor the ways in which her cultural background may impact her work with racial minority teens

    Student will discuss with supervisor concerns relative to her personal history that may affect her ability to work with perpetrators of domestic violence

    Student will attend drug court and, in supervision, will discuss perceptions regarding oppression and marginalization relative to the handling of the cases she

    observes

    Student will accompany at least three clients applying for disability to the Social Security office, assist them with their applications, and discuss the dynamics of

    privilege and power relative to that process

    Student will discuss with supervisor federal and state policy issues that contribute to poverty and low educational levels among agency clientele

    Student will share with supervisor what she learns in reading three qualitative studies regarding how immigrant populations interact with social service network

    Div-F4

    Div-F4

    Div-F5

    Div-F5

    Div-F6

    Div-F6

    Div-F6

    Div-F6

    Eth-F4

    PC-F1, PC-F5

    PC-F1, PC-F5, Eth-F3

    SEJ-F1

    SEJ-F1

    SEJ-F1, Rsch-F3

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    5) Social & Economic Justice: Advance human rights and social and economic justice.

    Social workers: recognize that each person has basic human rights; recognize the global interconnections of oppression; are knowledgeable about theories of justice and strategies to promote human and civil rights; and incorporate social justice

    practices in organizations, institutions, and society to ensure that these basic human rights are distributed equitably and without

    prejudice.

    SEJ-F1 Articulate the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination, including global interconnections of oppression

    SEJ-F2 Recognize that each person has basic human rights and advocate for those rights

    SEJ-F3 Engage in practices that advance social and economic justice

    SEJ-F4 Assess organizational policies and practices which promote human rights and social justice

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will discuss with supervisor federal and state policy issues that contribute to poverty and low educational levels among agency clientele

    Student will share with supervisor what she learns in reading three qualitative studies regarding how immigrant populations interact with social service network

    Student will attend drug court and, in supervision, will discuss perceptions regarding oppression and marginalization relative to the handling of the cases she

    observes

    Student will be assigned to work with at least three homeless clients and will assist them in their pursuit of health services and shelter

    SEJ-F1

    SEJ-F1

    SEJ-F1

    SEJ-F2

    Div-F6

    Rsch-F3, Div-F6

    Div-F6

    PC-F4

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    Student will develop training course for agency case managers to help them better understand procedures relative to honoring clients’ right to informed consent

    Student will accompany at least five clients to court and help them secure Orders of Protection

    Student will craft an informed letter to the local newspaper advocating for increased attention to the needs of homeless women and children

    Student will conduct a 6-week training module on economic literacy for residents of agency’s temporary housing

    Student will develop training course for agency case managers to help them better understand procedures relative to honoring clients’ right to informed consent

    Student will help organize agency’s participation in World AIDS Day

    SEJ-F2

    SEJ-F3

    SEJ-F3

    SEJ-F3

    SEJ-F4

    SEJ-F4

    SEJ-F4, Itvn-F1, Evlt-F1

    PC-F4, Itvn-F6

    PC-F4, Plcy-F1, Itvn-F6

    SEJ-F2, Itvn-F1, Evlt-F1

  • 13

    6) Research: Engage in research-informed practice and practice-informed research

    Social workers use practice experience to inform research, employ evidence-based interventions, evaluate their own practice, and use research findings to improve practice, policy, and social service delivery. Social workers comprehend quantitative and

    qualitative research and understand scientific and ethical approaches to building knowledge.

    Rsch-F1 Learn and utilize practice and policy models that are supported by research evidence

    Rsch-F2 Learn and apply the steps of the evidence-based practice process to social work problems

    Rsch-F3 Understand qualitative and quantitative research methods and apply these methods to reading and interpreting evaluations of

    assessment tools and intervention techniques

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will demonstrate understanding of principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy and, in supervision, will provide examples of how she has been able to

    incorporate these principles into work with clients

    Student will provide supervisor with a review of literature relative to viability of 12-step programs as compared to other recovery programs

    In supervisory sessions, student will support clinical choices by referencing evidence-based practices in professional literature

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to assessment of group

    processes in bereavement group

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to assessment of client

    needs in ER setting

    Rsch-F1

    Rsch-F1

    Rsch-F2

    Rsch-F2

    Rsch-F2

    CT-F1, Asss-F4, Evlt-F1

    HBSE-F2, Asss-F2

    HBSE-F2, Asss-F2

  • 14

    Student will use multi-dimensional bio-psycho-social-spiritual tools to assess four families and, in supervision, will demonstrate ability to identify both strengths

    and limitations of each of these families

    Student will use multi-dimensional bio-psycho-social-spiritual tools to assess members of CA group and, in supervision, will demonstrate ability to identify

    both strengths and limitations of each of these members

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to assessment of client

    needs

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to assessment of client

    needs

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to interventions chosen

    Student will review recent literature in regard to improving the agency’s ability to provide effective case management services

    Student will share with supervisor what she learns in reading three qualitative studies regarding how immigrant populations interact with social service network

    Rsch-F2

    Rsch-F2

    Rsch-F2

    Rsch-F2

    Rsch-F2

    Rsch-F3

    Rsch-F3

    HBSE-F2, Asss-F2

    HBSE-F2, Asss-F2

    HBSE-F2, Asss-F2

    HBSE-F2, Asss-F2

    HBSE-F2, Itvn-F4

    SEJ-F1

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    7) HBSE: Apply knowledge of human behavior in the social environment

    Social workers are knowledgeable about human behavior across the life course; the range of social systems in which people live; and the ways social systems promote or deter people in maintaining or achieving health and well-being. Social workers

    apply theories and knowledge from the liberal arts to understand biological, social, cultural, psychological, and spiritual

    development.

    HBSE-F1 Apply evidence-based theories of human development including psychological, social, emotional, physical, neural, and

    spiritual development to assess whether clients are meeting developmental milestones

    HBSE-F2 Critique and apply knowledge to understand the person and environment using the bio-psycho-social-spiritual and

    ecological perspectives

    HBSE-F3 Apply theories and conceptual frameworks of human behavior to assessment, intervention, and evaluation of individuals

    and families

    HBSE-F4 Apply theories and conceptual frameworks of social systems to assessment, intervention, and evaluation of groups,

    organizations, communities, and policies

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will demonstrate knowledge of psychosocial developmental stages and understanding of impact of these stages on client situations

    Student will utilize psychosocial developmental charts to assess possible progression, regression or failure to thrive in toddlers and pre-school age children

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to assessment of group

    processes in bereavement group

    HBSE-F1

    HBSE-F1

    HBSE-F2

    Rsch-F2, Asss-F2

  • 16

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to assessment of client

    needs in ER setting

    Student will use multi-dimensional bio-psycho-social-spiritual tools to assess four families and, in supervision, will demonstrate ability to identify both strengths

    and limitations of each of these families

    Student will use multi-dimensional bio-psycho-social-spiritual tools to assess members of CA group and, in supervision, will demonstrate ability to identify

    both strengths and limitations of each of these members

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to assessment of client

    needs

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to interventions chosen

    to address client needs

    Student will demonstrate comprehension of trauma-related effects in regard to relapse patterns in client population

    Student will attend three open AA meetings and demonstrate understanding of the 12-step process of recovery

    Student will attend interdisciplinary staff meetings and advocate for clients’ needs

    Student will review departmental policies regarding services for children aging out of state custody and discuss ways these services could be improved

    Student will craft an informed letter to the local newspaper advocating for increased attention to the needs of homeless women and children

    Student will review cases with supervisor on weekly basis and exhibit ability to evaluate interventions chosen to address client needs

    HBSE-F2

    HBSE-F2

    HBSE-F2

    HBSE-F2

    HBSE-F2

    HBSE-F3

    HBSE-F3

    HBSE-F3

    HBSE-F3

    HBSE-F3

    HBSE-F3

    Rsch-F2, Asss-F2

    Rsch-F2, Asss-F2

    Rsch-F2, Asss-F2

    Rsch-F2, Asss-F2

    Rsch-F2, Itvn-F4

    PC-F4, Itvn-F6

    PC-F4, Plcy-F1, Itvn-F6

    PC-F4, SEJ-F2, Itvn-F6

    Itvn-F1, Evlt-F1

  • 17

    Student will prepare process recordings and evaluate her responses in regard to choices made in intervening with at least three families

    Student will attend 10 meetings of group for domestic violence victims and will exhibit ability to incorporate systems framework in assessing client situations

    Student will convey her understanding of how recent changes in the school system will impact the broader community

    HBSE-F3

    HBSE-F4

    HBSE-F4

    Itvn-F1, Evlt-F1

    Asss-F1

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    8) Policy: Engage in policy practice to advance social and economic well-being and to deliver effective social work practice

    Social workers understand that policy affects service delivery, and they actively engage in policy practice. Social workers know the history and current structures of social policies and services; the role of policy in service delivery; and the role of

    practice in policy development.

    Plcy-F1 Analyze, formulate, and advocate for policies that advance the social well-being of individuals, families, groups,

    organizations, and communities

    Plcy-F2 Collaborate with colleagues and clients for effective policy action to promote the well-being of individuals, families, groups,

    organizations, and communities

    Plcy-F3 Assess the potential benefits and unintended consequences of policy proposals

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will review departmental policies regarding services for children aging out of state custody and discuss ways these services could be improved

    Student will craft an informed letter to the local newspaper advocating for increased attention to the needs of homeless women and children

    In collaboration with interested colleagues, student will staff an informational booth at senior fairs to promote immunizations and wellness principles

    Prior to attending the annual legislative Social Work Day on the Hill, student will organize interested colleagues in preparation for speaking with local legislators

    about the impact of recent changes in TennCare

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate the potential benefits and unintended consequences of planned cuts in the agency’s social work department

    Student will evaluate the potential benefits and unintended consequences she observes in work with clients affected by the TennCare CHOICES program

    Plcy-F1

    Plcy-F1

    Plcy-F2

    Plcy-F2

    Plcy-F3

    Plcy-F3

    PC-F4, Itvn-F6

    PC-F4, SEJ-F2, Itvn-F6

    Itvn-F2

    Itvn-F6

  • 19

    9) Context: Respond to the contexts that shape practice

    Social workers are informed, resourceful, and proactive in responding to evolving organizational, communal, and societal contexts at all levels of practice. Social workers recognize that the context of practice is dynamic, and use knowledge and skills

    to respond proactively.

    Ctxt-F1 Understand federal, state, local, and agency policies, procedures, organizational structures, and channels of communication;

    and engage individual, family, group, organization, and community systems in identifying issues of concern

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will attend agency orientation training.

    Student will review agency’s Policies and Procedures Manual and, in supervisory sessions, articulate important aspects of the agency’s Policies and Procedures as

    applied to interactions with clients

    Student will read and abide by the NASW Code of Ethics

    Student will read and abide by HIPAA policies

    Student will read and familiarize self with organizational structure of the agency

    Student will interview CEO, Comptroller, and Volunteer Coordinator to better understand the agency’s structure and mission

    Student will meet with field supervisor once-a-week for supervision

    Client will shadow case managers to observe protocol and procedure for conducting intake interviews of clients.

    Student will familiarize self with Social Security Disability forms and apply this knowledge in service to agency’s clients

    Ctxt-F1

    Ctxt-F1

    Ctxt-F1

    Ctxt-F1

    Ctxt-F1

    Ctxt-F1

    Ctxt-F1

    Ctxt-F1

    Ctxt-F1

    Eth-F1

    PC-F6

    PC-F6

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    10a) Engage, Assess, Intervene, Evaluate: Engage, assess, intervene, and evaluate with individuals, families, groups, organizations,

    and communities

    Social workers use a theory-informed knowledge base to understand the dynamic, interactive, and reciprocal processes of engagement with diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities.

    Engg-F1 Exhibit the ability to substantively and effectively promote well-being in social work practice with individuals, families,

    groups, organizations, and communities

    Engg-F2 Demonstrate empathy and other interpersonal skills when engaging with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and

    communities

    Engg-F3 Show the ability to develop a mutually agreed-on focus of work and desired outcomes in working with individuals, families,

    groups, organizations, and communities

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    In collaboration with interested colleagues, student will staff an informational booth at senior fair to promote immunizations and wellness principles

    Student will assist supervisor in developing and implementing the agency’s employee health fair

    In supervision, student will present case studies in regard to three families with whom the student has been significantly engaged as case manager

    In supervision, student will identify theories used in successful intervention regarding three distinct problem areas in client service

    Student will craft 2 process recordings that documents her abilities to employ empathy and other interpersonal skills in connecting with clients

    Student will identify the interpersonal skills she used in leading the initial session of the domestic violence group

    Engg-F1

    Engg-F1

    Engg-F1

    Engg-F1

    Engg-F2

    Engg-F2

    Plcy-F1

    Asss-F3

    Asss-F3

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    In meeting with supervisor, student will demonstrate how empathy and other clinical skills contributed to her ability to move from assessment of client needs

    to development and implementation of treatment plan

    Student will relate the role that empathy played in helping to establish a working relationship with 2 individuals and one family unit

    Student will be assigned five individual cases and demonstrate ways in which she was able to combine the client’s assessment of need with her own assessment in

    crafting a plan of action

    Student will attend survivors’ group and demonstrate ways in which she was able to combine the group members’ assessment of need with her own assessment in

    leading the group session

    Student will demonstrate her ability to establish a treatment plan that incorporates the client’s purpose(s) in seeking treatment

    Student will share with supervisor the process of negotiation she employed in establishing a treatment agreement with 2 families with whom she is working

    Engg-F2

    Engg-F2

    Engg-F3

    Engg-F3

    Engg-F3

    Engg-F3

    Asss-F4, Itvn-F3

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    10b) Engage, Assess, Intervene, Evaluate: Engage, assess, intervene, and evaluate with individuals, families, groups, organizations,

    and communities

    Social workers have a theory-informed knowledge base so as to be able to assess individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. They understand how to analyze policies and services that affect the well-being of individuals, families,

    groups, organizations, and communities.

    Asss-F1 Collect, organize, and interpret client data in regard to work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and

    communities

    Asss-F2 Assess client strengths and limitations using multi-dimensional bio-psycho-social-spiritual assessment tools in regard to work

    with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities

    Asss-F3 Develop mutually agreed-on intervention goals and objectives in regard to work with individuals, families, groups,

    organizations, and communities

    Asss-F4 Select appropriate intervention strategies in regard to work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and

    communities

    Asss-F5 Use differential and multi-axial diagnoses in regard to work with diverse individuals and families

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will attend 10 meetings of group for domestic violence victims and exhibit ability to incorporate systems framework in assessing client situations

    Student will learn procedures for, and demonstrate competence in, conducting classroom observation of student behaviors

    Student will do five intake screenings and develop treatment plans associated with those assessments

    Asss-F1

    Asss-F1

    Asss-F1

    HBSE-F4

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    Student will do phone interviews with key informants at provider agencies and develop report summarizing their responses for executive team

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to assessment of group

    processes in bereavement group

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to assessment of client

    needs in ER setting

    Student will use multi-dimensional bio-psycho-social-spiritual tools to assess four families and, in supervision, will demonstrate ability to identify both strengths

    and limitations of each of these families

    Student will use multi-dimensional bio-psycho-social-spiritual tools to assess members of CA group and, in supervision, will demonstrate ability to identify

    both strengths and limitations of each of these members

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to assessment of client

    needs

    In meeting with supervisor, student will demonstrate how empathy and other clinical skills contributed to her ability to move from assessment of client needs

    to development and implementation of treatment plan

    Student will be assigned five individual cases and demonstrate ways in which she was able to combine the client’s assessment of need with her own assessment in

    crafting a plan of action

    Student will compile notes from recent neighborhood meetings and develop list of mutually agreed-on intervention goals and objectives

    Student will attend survivors’ group and demonstrate ways in which she was able to combine the group members’ assessment of need with her own assessment in

    leading the group session

    Asss-F1

    Asss-F2

    Asss-F2

    Asss-F2

    Asss-F2

    Asss-F2

    Asss-F3

    Asss-F3

    Asss-F3

    Asss-F4

    Rsch-F2, HBSE-F2

    Rsch-F2, HBSE-F2

    Rsch-F2, HBSE-F2

    Rsch-F2, HBSE-F2

    Rsch-F2, HBSE-F2

    Engg-F2

    Engg-F3

    Evlt-F1

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    Student will intervene in family systems in addressing adolescent client’s behavioral issues

    In supervisory sessions, student will support clinical choices by referencing evidence-based practices in professional literature

    Following weekly survivors’ meeting, student will debrief with supervisor and provide rationale for the interventions she chose to use in leadership of the group

    In submitting case notes to supervisor, student consistently will include multi-axial diagnoses based on DSM-IV TR for each client

    In supervision, student will exhibit ability to apply multi-axial diagnostic codes as appropriate to capture client data

    Student consistently will demonstrate ability to explain her reasoning in relationship to her development of all five axes of multi-axial diagnosis

    Asss-F4

    Asss-F4

    Asss-F4

    Asss-F5

    Asss-F5

    Asss-F5

    Itvn-F3

    Itvn-F3, Evlt-F1

    CT-F1, Evlt-F1

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    10c) Engage, Assess, Intervene, Evaluate: Engage, assess, intervene, and evaluate with individuals, families, groups, organizations,

    and communities

    Social workers develop leadership skills for implementation of policies and services that promote social and economic justice and serve the well-being of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.

    Itvn-F1 Initiate actions to achieve organizational goals in regard to work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and

    communities

    Itvn-F2 Implement prevention interventions that enhance client capacities in regard to work with individuals, families, and groups,

    organizations, and communities

    Itvn-F3 Help clients resolve problems in regard to work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities

    Itvn-F4 Negotiate, mediate, and advocate for clients in regard to work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and

    communities

    Itvn-F5 Facilitate transitions and endings in regard to work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communit ies

    Itvn-F6 Advocate for implementation of policies and services that serve the well-being of individuals, families, groups, organizations,

    and communities

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being

    addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will review cases with supervisor on weekly basis and exhibit ability to evaluate interventions chosen to address client needs

    Student will prepare process recordings and evaluate her responses in regard to choices made in intervening with at least three families

    Itvn-F1

    Itvn-F1

    HBSE-F3, Evlt-F1

    HBSE-F3, Evlt-F1

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    Student will learn how to develop and implement Behavioral Intervention Plan

    Student will develop training course for agency case managers to help them better understand procedures relative to honoring clients’ right to informed consent

    Student will help coordinate and implement agency’s participation in annual senior fair

    Student will participate in weekly interdisciplinary staff meetings and present client data for clients with whom she is working

    In collaboration with interested colleagues, student will staff an informational booth at senior fairs to promote immunizations and wellness principles

    Student will coordinate recruitment campaign for wellness program

    Student will co-lead series of relapse prevention meetings

    Student will attend survivors’ group and demonstrate ways in which she was able to combine the group members’ assessment of need with her own assessment in

    leading the group session

    Student will intervene in family systems in addressing adolescent client’s behavioral issues

    Student will articulate steps taken in building clients’ problem-solving abilities

    Student will accompany supervisor in attending monthly administrative meetings and volunteer ideas in regard to furthering the agency’s mission

    In supervisory sessions, student will support clinical choices by referencing evidence-based practices in professional literature

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to interventions chosen

    to address client needs

    Student will make appropriate referrals of clients based on agency’s multi-dimensional assessment process

    Itvn-F1

    Itvn-F1

    Itvn-F1

    Itvn-F1

    Itvn-F2

    Itvn-F2

    Itvn-F2

    Itvn-F3

    Itvn-F3

    Itvn-F3

    Itvn-F3

    Itvn-F3

    Itvn-F4

    Itvn-F4

    Plcy-F2

    SEJ-F2, SEJ-F4, Evlt-F1

    Asss-F4

    HBSE-F2

    Asss-F4, Evlt-F1

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    Student will conduct at least three family sessions at which she will demonstrate ability to mediate regarding client’s return to family system

    In meetings with supervisor, student will articulate application of bio-psycho-social-spiritual and ecological perspectives with respect to interventions chosen

    Student will demonstrate ability to facilitate meaningful termination process with clients at close of DV group

    Prior to departure from agency, student will provide supervisor with a written report documenting disposition (termination or transition) of entire caseload

    Student will attend interdisciplinary staff meetings and advocate for clients’ needs

    Prior to attending the annual legislative Social Work Day on the Hill, student will organize interested colleagues in preparation for speaking with local legislators

    about the impact of recent changes in TennCare

    Student will review departmental policies regarding services for children aging out of state custody and discuss ways these services could be improved

    Student will craft an informed letter to the local newspaper advocating for increased attention to the needs of homeless women and children

    Itvn-F4

    Itvn-F4

    Itvn-F5

    Itvn-F5

    Itvn-F6

    Itvn-F6

    Itvn-F6

    Itvn-F6

    PC-F4

    HBSE-F2, Rsch-F2

    Plcy-F2

    PC-F4, HBSE-F3,

    PC-F4, HBSE-F3, Plcy-F1

    PC-F4, SEJ-F2, HBSE-F3

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    10d) Engage, Assess, Intervene, Evaluate: Engage, assess, intervene, and evaluate with individuals, families, groups, organizations,

    and communities

    Social workers know how to use research and technological advances in the service of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers understand how to critically analyze research literature to select appropriate

    interventions.

    Evlt-F1 Critically analyze, monitor, and evaluate interventions in regard to work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and

    communities

    List Activities / Objectives of the student

    List the

    competency

    being addressed

    Other competencies that

    may be met by the same

    activity

    Student will review cases with supervisor on weekly basis and exhibit ability to evaluate interventions chosen to address client needs

    Student will prepare process recordings and evaluate her responses in regard to choices made in intervening with at least three families

    Student will develop training course for agency case managers to help them better understand procedures relative to honoring clients’ right to informed consent

    In supervisory sessions, student will support clinical choices by referencing evidence-based practices in professional literature

    Following weekly survivors’ meeting, student will debrief with supervisor and provide rationale for the interventions she chose to use in leadership of the group

    Student will attend survivors’ group and demonstrate ways in which she was able to combine the group members’ assessment of need with her own assessment in

    leading the group session

    Evlt-F1

    Evlt-F1

    Evlt-F1

    Evlt-F1

    Evlt-F1

    Evlt-F1

    HBSE-F3, Itvn-F1

    HBSE-F3, Itvn-F1

    SEJ-F2, SEJ-F4, Itvn-F1

    Asss-F4, Itvn-F3

    CT-F1, Asss-F4

    Asss-F4

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    Attestation:

    By typing my name below, I attest that I have developed and/or reviewed the content of the document above:

    Student’s name: Date:

    Instructor’s Name: Date: